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Kill Tony Ralphie May, Brian Moses, Joe DeRosa

📅 February 6, 2017 📍 Los Angeles, CA Comedy Store Belly Room 🎤 8 comedians

Guests: Ralphie May · Brian Moses · Joe DeRosa

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Lineup

1

Joan Larosa

Set: Joan does material about cat-sitting and a needy cat that acts like her, comparing the cat's clinginess to her own loneliness and dating struggles.

Interview: Tony and Joe DeRosa note her last name similarity, discuss her outfit (pillowcase as a shirt), and her recent trip to Japan where she got an open wound that she attributes to force-feeding porn consumption.

Bits:
  • Cat acts exactly like her when trying to cuddle after dates
  • Comparison of cat's clinginess to her loneliness and need for affection
Moments:
  • Panel discusses her open wound from Japan and force-feeding porn preference
2

Darren Davis

Set: Darren jokes about growing up in LA overshadowed by Kobe Bryant, his birthday coinciding with Kobe Day, and losing his tacos to Chris Rock at Venice Beach.

Interview: Panel discusses Darren's background, Ralphie initially believes false story about him being in prison, then reveals he actually works in mandating research. Discussion covers his upbringing in New Orleans/Valley.

Bits:
  • Kobe Bryant overshadows his August 24th birthday as LA makes it Kobe Day
  • Chris Rock drops his tacos on Venice Beach court while acting like a groupie
Moments:
  • Ralphie initially believes false story that Darren was in prison, then corrects himself
3

Eddie Whitehead Jr

Set: Eddie does material about being mistaken for Samuel L. Jackson, making jokes about his appearance, sexual prowess with older women, and various one-liners.

Interview: Tony jokes about his appearance and jacket, discusses Eddie's travels and street life, mentions Diane Keaton giving him a gift card, and Eddie reveals he gets laid frequently despite his living situation.

Bits:
  • People think he looks like Samuel L. Jackson but would run if he asked for wallet
  • Grandmas like to take it up the butt according to his jokes
Moments:
  • Eddie reveals he sleeps in his car/on streets but gets laid frequently
  • Diane Keaton allegedly gave him a $20 gift card while he was panhandling
4

Dan Nolan

Set: Dan delivers rapid-fire one-liners including jokes about lesbian weddings, iPhone apps for sex offenders, a Simon & Garfunkel tribute band, Vietnamese prostitutes, and penguin sexuality.

Interview: Tony discusses Dan's TV writing aspirations for shows like John Oliver, Dan explains lack of interest in political writing, and Ralphie and Joe encourage him to pursue late-night writing opportunities.

Bits:
  • Just flew in from lesbian wedding, moms are tired
  • Sex offender app won't let you swipe or wink at offenders
  • Penguins mate for life; he had regrets after sleeping with multiple penguins
Moments:
  • Ralphie and Joe push Dan to pursue late-night writing despite his hesitation
5

Matt Pinstein

Set: Matt compares Tinder dating to buying used cars on Craigslist, with bios matching old photos and hidden baggage like daddy jokes and ex-boyfriends. Sixth stand-up show ever.

Interview: Tony notes Matt's nervousness increased as set progressed. Matt reveals he worked as volcano tour guide on Hawaii's Big Island for 8 years before moving to LA for comedy.

Bits:
  • Tinder like buying used car: old photos, scratches, messy interior, ex-boyfriends
Moments:
  • Ralphie gives extensive coaching and inspiration despite weak set
  • Matt reveals he only has 6 stand-up shows and just quit volcano tour guide job
6

Tam Pham

Set: Tam jokes about Asian comedian stereotypes like doing parent impressions, following Black people in liquor stores, and his abusive father. Closes with joke comparing himself to garbage being burned.

Interview: Tony discusses Tam's life, sexuality, and asks him to channel Jeremiah. Panel notes Tam's signature ability to do silly impressions and channel bandmate Jeremiah Watkins' energy.

Bits:
  • Congress passed Margaret Cho law requiring Asian comics to do parent impressions
  • Following Black people around liquor stores because they're rude
  • Father is human garbage; would rather cremate himself than pay for his funeral
Moments:
  • Tony asks Tam and Jeremiah to switch seats mid-interview, Tam channels Jeremiah doing impressions
7

Sean Virzi

Set: Sean discusses playing rugby and its culture, calling it 'gay karaoke,' mentions getting cauliflower ear and broccoli neck, and makes wordplay about eating vegetables.

Interview: Tony notes this is the third installment of the Mercury triplets performing separately. Discusses Sean being middle child and how the triplets balance individual vs. group performance.

Bits:
  • Rugby is like tackle Glee Club; they pound then sing songs with other team
  • Got cauliflower ear which pairs well with broccoli neck as vegetables
Moments:
  • Third Mercury triplets solo set; panel discusses whether they should perform separately
8

Kayla Rosenberg

Set: Kayla jokes about assault, Japanese prank shows, cat-calling, and being called 'Raggedy Ann.' Discusses how cat-calling makes you feel unappreciated and riffs on dad jokes.

Interview: Tony notes her pronunciation of 'dead ass' sounds like 'dad ass,' Brian makes crude comments about her appearance, Tony defends her and praises her style.

Bits:
  • Got cat-called 'Raggedy Ann' which is at least creative
  • Maybe she should respond to cat-calls positively and leave town for education
Moments:
  • Brian makes aggressive appearance-based jokes, Tony calls him out and defends Kayla